Replacement alternator
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I might have a place to rebuild mine. If not, I stopped into Napa and their replacement is a 135amp, Ford's is a 110amp for the same cost. Both are reman so it would probably be better to go with the higher output expecially since I pull a fifth. I would think the extra output would help with the draw from the lights and brakes. This is just what I am thinking and appreciate any input. Anyone using a Napa reman alternator?
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I might have a place to rebuild mine. If not, I stopped into Napa and their replacement is a 135amp, Ford's is a 110amp for the same cost. Both are reman so it would probably be better to go with the higher output expecially since I pull a fifth. I would think the extra output would help with the draw from the lights and brakes. This is just what I am thinking and appreciate any input. Anyone using a Napa reman alternator?
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I don't think the extra amps means much, at least not just based on towing a 5'r.
If you insist on a reman/rebuilt, I would buy based on the warranty. And I'm thinking that getting a warranty replacement over the Ford parts counter would be a PITA. On the other hand, I don't think your odds are any better with a NAPA than an Autozone, Checkers, O'Reilly, whatever. They all come from the same local rebuilders near the store.
If you insist on a reman/rebuilt, I would buy based on the warranty. And I'm thinking that getting a warranty replacement over the Ford parts counter would be a PITA. On the other hand, I don't think your odds are any better with a NAPA than an Autozone, Checkers, O'Reilly, whatever. They all come from the same local rebuilders near the store.
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I don't think the extra amps means much, at least not just based on towing a 5'r.
If you insist on a reman/rebuilt, I would buy based on the warranty. And I'm thinking that getting a warranty replacement over the Ford parts counter would be a PITA. On the other hand, I don't think your odds are any better with a NAPA than an Autozone, Checkers, O'Reilly, whatever. They all come from the same local rebuilders near the store.
If you insist on a reman/rebuilt, I would buy based on the warranty. And I'm thinking that getting a warranty replacement over the Ford parts counter would be a PITA. On the other hand, I don't think your odds are any better with a NAPA than an Autozone, Checkers, O'Reilly, whatever. They all come from the same local rebuilders near the store.
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I can agree with that. I happen to know the owner of a alternator/starter/smog pump rebuilder. He rebuilds for all the local chain stores, and they are all the exact same thing. They literally spent a few minutes per unit, not counting the hot tank cleaning, and don't replace anything that is not obviously bad, and in most of them it's just a regulator. Remans from the chain stores is a total crap shoot, but if you exchange enough of them you may eventually get one that will last.
Personally, I want my truck to be reliable. That's why I've tried to steer the OP away from a reman. I would gladly pay double for a NEW unit.
Personally, I want my truck to be reliable. That's why I've tried to steer the OP away from a reman. I would gladly pay double for a NEW unit.
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He is a good guy, and our sons were in Scouts together. He is just doing what the industry considers standard practice. But knowing what I know, even though he would sell me all the alternators I want at his cost, I don't buy them from him. And if you want to hear him laugh real hard, just ask about the lifetime warranties. The only difference between a 90 day warranty unit, and a lifetime warranty unit, is how much you pay for it.
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I have not found new units yet. Ford sales reman units the same as everyone else. I thought I would be getting a new one but after checking they would be reman. Can you recommend a place to get new? I don't mind paying a little more either for reliability. Have you guys ever heard of Alternator Pros-Full Line of Alternators for Cars and Trucks Just found them but worried about getting what you pay for.
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You probably won't find one in stock, they will have to order it. I've been offered them at the parts store before. But it's been so long since I had to replace one that I'm not sure any more. I gave you a link above for Y2K Ford. Email Ed and ask him which of his are new versus reman.
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Just got another alt. early this year from autozone for the mustang in my sig. The last one they replaced was in 95 and the 1st one I bought was in 81 when they were chief auto. Still no charge and no questions asked. It was in there computer system still.
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